SPECS / COMPARISON
John Deere 300 vs Case 580B Construction King
A detailed comparison of the John Deere 300 and the Case 580B Construction King. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
John Deere 30032.1 kW (43.1 HP)
Case 580B Construction King32.1 kW (43.1 HP)
Weight
John Deere 3001730.0 kg (3814.0 lbs)
Case 580B Construction King5000.0 kg (Diesel tractor: 4166.7 lbs (1890.0 kg) With loader and backhoe: 11023.1 lbs)
| Specification | John Deere 300 Backhoe Loaders | Case 580B Construction King Backhoe Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 32.1 kW (43.1 HP) | 32.1 kW (43.1 HP) |
| Weight | 1730.0 kg (3814.0 lbs) | 5000.0 kg (Diesel tractor: 4166.7 lbs (1890.0 kg) With loader and backhoe: 11023.1 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Constant mesh | Hydrostatic |
| Length | 305.0 cm (120.1 in.) | 660.0 cm (Tractor: 116.9 in. (297.0 cm) With loader and backhoe: 259.8 in.) |
| Pump Flow | 89.0 LPM (6.5 GPM (24.6 LPM) 13.0 GPM (49.2 LPM) 23.5 GPM) | — |
| Years Made | 1965-1973 | 1971-1976 |
| Engine Model | John Deere | J.I. Case G159B |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Displacement | 2212 cc (135.0 cu in.) | 2605 cc (159.0 cu in.) |
| Bore | 9.80 cm (3.86 in.) | 8.89 cm (3.50 in.) |
| Stroke | 9.80 cm (3.86 in.) | 10.49 cm (4.13 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Live or transmission | Optional |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540, 540/1000 RPM | — |
| Middle PTO Type | Live | — |
| Middle PTO Speed | 1000 RPM | — |
| Torque Power | 1300 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 149.2 N·m (110.0 lb-ft) | 165.4 N·m (122.0 lb-ft) |
| Rated RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.42:1 |
| Battery | 1 x12V or 2x6V | 12 V |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 181.0 cm (71.3 in.) | 177.0 cm (Steering Wheel Height: 69.7 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 195.0 cm (76.8 in.) | — |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62.5 l (16.5 gal) | 83.3 l (22.0 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 6.6 l (1.7 gal) | 3.8 l (1.0 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | 10.4 l (2.7 gal) | 13.2 l (3.5 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 38.0 l (10.0 gal) | — |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 38.0 l (10.0 gal) | 41.6 l (11.0 gal) |
| Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse | Infinite forward and reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 7.4 km/h (Forward: 15.5 MPH (25.0 km/h) Reverse: 4.6 MPH) | 19.3 km/h (Forward: 18.0 MPH (29.0 km/h) Reverse: 12.0 MPH) |
| Brakes | Hydraulic wet disc | Differental mechanical disc/band |
| Drawbar Category | II/I | — |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Open operator station, ROPS or Cab |
| Steering Type | Manual or power | Hydrostatic power |
| Front Tires | Ag: 7.50-16Industrial: 5.50-16, 6.00-16 | Industrial: 7.50×16 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 14.9-24Industrial: 11.2-28, 12.4-28 | Industrial: 14.9×24 |
| Hydraulic Type | Closed center | — |
| Valves | 1 to 2 | — |
| Ground Clearance | — | 35.0 cm (13.8 in.) |
| Total Flow | — | 98.4 LPM (1.900 rpm: 24.0 GPM (90.8 LPM) 2.100 rpm: 26.0 GPM) |
| Working Pressure | — | 151.7 bar (2200.0 psi) |
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